Intel Core 3 201TE vs Intel Core Ultra 7 356H Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core Ultra 7 356H holds a decisive advantage across every recorded benchmark in the database. The Core 3 201TE has no benchmark scores listed, meaning no direct comparison can be made for individual tests. However, the aggregate data tells a clear story about the performance gap between these two processors.

The Core Ultra 7 356H posts a strong multi-core result in Cinebench R23, scoring 18,395 points. Its single-core score in the same test reaches 2,040. In Cinebench R20, the multicore result is 12,153 and the single-core result is 1,715. The older Cinebench R15 test shows a multicore score of 3,055 and a single-core score of 303.

PassMark results for the Core Ultra 7 356H reinforce its multi-threaded strength. The multithread score sits at 33,978, while single-thread performance is recorded at 4,072. Integer math reaches 83,111, floating point math reaches 103,128, and extended instructions score 27,898. Data compression hits 336,177, data encryption scores 26,345, and random string sorting reaches 40,990. Physics testing yields 2,895, and prime number finding produces 327.

The average benchmark score for the Core Ultra 7 356H is 41,215. It sits at the 87th percentile of all CPUs in the database. The Core 3 201TE, by contrast, holds the 50th percentile with an average benchmark score of zero, since no benchmark entries exist for it.

The nearest rivals for the Core Ultra 7 356H provide context for its standing. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 scores 41,208, a 0% difference. The Intel Core Ultra 7 366H scores 41,263, putting the 356H 0.1% behind. The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X scores 41,376, placing the 356H 0.4% behind. The Intel Core Ultra X7 358H scores 40,967, meaning the 356H is 0.6% ahead.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design families. The Intel Core 3 201TE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 3 generation. It is built on a 10 nm process node at Intel's foundry. The Intel Core Ultra 7 356H uses the Panther Lake architecture, specifically the Panther Lake-H variant, and belongs to the Core Ultra Series 3 generation. It is manufactured on a 3 nm process node, also at Intel.

Core counts differ substantially. The Core 3 201TE has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Core Ultra 7 356H has 16 cores and 16 threads. This is a major architectural distinction, as the Ultra 7 presents a 4x increase in core count, though thread count only doubles due to the absence of hyperthreading on the Ultra 7. The cache hierarchy also differs. The Core 3 201TE carries 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core Ultra 7 356H has 192 KB of L1 per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache.

Memory support diverges as well. The Core 3 201TE supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory, while the Core Ultra 7 356H supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. Both use dual-channel memory buses, but the memory bandwidth figures differ: the Core 3 201TE reaches 76.8 GB/s, while the Core Ultra 7 356H reaches 115.2 GB/s.

The integrated graphics solutions are distinct. The Core 3 201TE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the Core Ultra 7 356H uses Intel Xe3 Graphics. The Core 3 201TE supports ECC memory, while the Core Ultra 7 356H does not. PCIe lane counts also differ: the Core 3 201TE offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Core Ultra 7 356H offers Gen 5 with 12 lanes (CPU only).

The market segments are opposite. The Core 3 201TE is a desktop processor with an Intel Socket 1700, while the Core Ultra 7 356H is a mobile processor with an Intel BGA 2540 socket. The die size of the Core 3 201TE is 163 mm², while no die size is recorded for the Core Ultra 7 356H.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 356H has 16 cores, while the Intel Core 3 201TE has 4 cores.

Q: What is the boost clock difference?

A: The Core Ultra 7 356H boosts to 4.70 GHz, while the Core 3 201TE boosts to 4.60 GHz.

Q: How does the memory bandwidth compare?

A: The Core 3 201TE supports 76.8 GB/s, while the Core Ultra 7 356H supports 115.2 GB/s.

Q: Does the Core 3 201TE support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Core 3 201TE supports ECC memory. The Core Ultra 7 356H does not.

Q: Which processor is newer?

A: The Core Ultra 7 356H has a release date of 2026-01-04, while the Core 3 201TE has a release date of 2025-01-12.

Q: What is the process node for each?

A: The Core 3 201TE uses a 10 nm process, while the Core Ultra 7 356H uses a 3 nm process.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification field.

• Cores: 4 for the Core 3 201TE, 16 for the Core Ultra 7 356H
• Threads: 8 for the Core 3 201TE, 16 for the Core Ultra 7 356H
• Base clock: 2.90 GHz for the Core 3 201TE, 1.90 GHz for the Core Ultra 7 356H
• Boost clock: 4.60 GHz for the Core 3 201TE, 4.70 GHz for the Core Ultra 7 356H
• TDP: 45 for the Core 3 201TE, 25 for the Core Ultra 7 356H
• Socket: Intel Socket 1700 for the Core 3 201TE, Intel BGA 2540 for the Core Ultra 7 356H
• Codename: Bartlett Lake for the Core 3 201TE, Panther Lake for the Core Ultra 7 356H
• Process node: 10 nm for the Core 3 201TE, 3 nm for the Core Ultra 7 356H
• L1 cache: 80 KB per core for the Core 3 201TE, 192 KB per core for the Core Ultra 7 356H
• L2 cache: 1.25 MB per core for the Core 3 201TE, 2.5 MB per core for the Core Ultra 7 356H
• L3 cache: 12 MB shared for the Core 3 201TE, 18 MB shared for the Core Ultra 7 356H
• Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 for the Core 3 201TE, DDR5, LPDDR5X for the Core Ultra 7 356H
• Memory bandwidth: 76.8 GB/s for the Core 3 201TE, 115.2 GB/s for the Core Ultra 7 356H
• ECC memory: Supported on the Core 3 201TE, not supported on the Core Ultra 7 356H
• PCIe: Gen 5, 16 lanes for the Core 3 201TE, Gen 5, 12 lanes for the Core Ultra 7 356H
• Integrated graphics: UHD Graphics 730 for the Core 3 201TE, Intel Xe3 Graphics for the Core Ultra 7 356H
• Market segment: Desktop for the Core 3 201TE, Mobile for the Core Ultra 7 356H
• Die size: 163 mm² for the Core 3 201TE, not recorded for the Core Ultra 7 356H
• Launch MSRP: $134 for the Core 3 201TE, not recorded for the Core Ultra 7 356H

The Verdict

The data shows a clear separation in capability. The Intel Core Ultra 7 356H delivers a much stronger benchmark profile, with an average score of 41,215 and an 87th percentile ranking. The Core 3 201TE has no recorded benchmark scores, leaving its actual performance unquantified in the database. The architectural differences support the benchmark gap: the Ultra 7 has 4x the cores, a smaller process node, more cache at every level, and higher memory bandwidth.

The Core 3 201TE belongs to the desktop segment with a Socket 1700, while the Core Ultra 7 356H is a mobile part with a BGA 2540 socket. That distinction matters for system design. The desktop part uses a replaceable socket, while the mobile part is soldered. The Core 3 201TE also supports ECC memory, which the Core Ultra 7 356H lacks, making the desktop part more suitable for reliability-focused builds.

The Core Ultra 7 356H uses a 3 nm process versus 10 nm, a significant manufacturing advantage. Its base clock is lower at 1.90 GHz compared to 2.90 GHz, but the boost clock is slightly higher at 4.70 GHz versus 4.60 GHz. The TDP figures also differ, with the Core 3 201TE rated at 45 and the Core Ultra 7 356H at 25, indicating different power envelopes suited to their respective segments.

The nearest rival comparisons for the Core Ultra 7 356H show it trading places with other high-end parts. It is within 0.6% of the Intel Core Ultra X7 358H, and within 0.4% of the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X. Those results place it in competitive territory among current processors.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core Ultra 7 356H wins on raw performance. Every recorded benchmark belongs to this processor, and the aggregate score of 41,215 places it at the 87th percentile. It wins on core count with 16 cores versus 4, on process technology with 3 nm versus 10 nm, on cache capacity with 18 MB L3 versus 12 MB L3, and on memory bandwidth with 115.2 GB/s versus 76.8 GB/s. The higher boost clock of 4.70 GHz versus 4.60 GHz also favors the Ultra 7. The integrated Intel Xe3 Graphics and LPDDR5X memory support give it a modern feature set for mobile platforms. The lower TDP of 25 versus 45 indicates better efficiency for battery-powered systems.

The Intel Core 3 201TE wins on platform flexibility. It uses the desktop Socket 1700, allowing for upgradeable builds. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, giving builders more options for existing hardware. ECC memory support is present, which matters for error-sensitive workloads. The higher base clock of 2.90 GHz versus 1.90 GHz may provide snappier responsiveness in lightly threaded tasks, though no benchmark data confirms this. The die size of 163 mm² is recorded, giving some indication of the physical package. The launch MSRP of $134 provides a price reference, though the database does not record a comparable figure for the Ultra 7.

For a desktop builder focused on ECC support and socketed upgradability, the Core 3 201TE has a specific role. For a mobile user who needs multi-core throughput and modern efficiency, the Core Ultra 7 356H is the stronger choice based on the recorded data. The benchmark record provides no evidence for the Core 3 201TE in any performance scenario, so any claims about its speed remain unverified in the database.